#modern master bathroom photo features white tile

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Boise Bathroom Master Bath

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Customer Spotlight: Stunning Transformations with Karst Galleria Products.

At Karst Galleria, we take immense pride in our ability to transform spaces into stunning works of art using our premium marble, granite, and tiles. Our customers' satisfaction is our ultimate reward, and we love showcasing the incredible transformations achieved with our products. Here are a few inspiring stories from clients who have elevated their interiors with Karst Galleria:

1. The Elegant Living Room Makeover

One of our clients wanted to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in their living room. By selecting our exquisite white marble with subtle veining, they transformed their space from ordinary to extraordinary. The marble not only added elegance but also enhanced the natural light, making the room feel spacious and airy. The client expressed delight in how their living room became the perfect gathering spot for family and friends.

2. A Luxurious Kitchen Upgrade

A local chef turned to Karst Galleria for a kitchen renovation that would match their culinary passion. Our striking black granite countertops provided a stunning contrast against the white cabinetry, while also offering durability for everyday use. The chef was thrilled with the results, saying that not only did the kitchen look professional, but it also inspired creativity in their cooking.

3. Revamping a Spa-like Bathroom

A homeowner wanted to create a serene, spa-like atmosphere in their master bathroom. They chose our beautiful grey marble tiles for the floors and walls, complemented by elegant fixtures. The transformation was breathtaking—turning a standard bathroom into a luxurious retreat. The homeowner reported that it became their favorite place to unwind after a long day.

4. Stunning Outdoor Patio

Another satisfied client utilized our durable granite tiles to revamp their outdoor patio. The vibrant color and texture of the granite not only enhanced the beauty of the space but also provided a slip-resistant surface, making it perfect for entertaining. This transformation created an outdoor oasis where family and friends could gather and enjoy the beauty of nature.

5. Commercial Space Reimagined

A local business decided to refresh their office space to create a more inviting environment for clients and employees. They chose a combination of sleek granite and modern tiles from Karst Galleria, resulting in a stylish yet functional workspace. The business reported an increase in client satisfaction and employee morale after the transformation.

Why Choose Karst Galleria?

At Karst Galleria, we believe in providing not just high-quality materials, but also exceptional service. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping you find the perfect products for your specific needs and preferences. We are thrilled to see our products play a significant role in transforming our customers' spaces, and we look forward to helping you create your dream environment.

Share Your Transformation!

Have you recently transformed your space with Karst Galleria products? We would love to hear your story! Share your before-and-after photos with us on social media or contact us directly to be featured in our next Customer Spotlight. Your transformation could inspire others to elevate their spaces with the beauty of marble, granite, and tiles!

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[jacob-allan]

Contemporary Bathroom in New York A large, modern master bathroom photo features a freestanding bathtub with a gray tile floor, flat-panel cabinets made of light wood, an undermount sink, and white countertops.

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Old meets new in designer Jonathan, and his husband’s, 100 yr. old house in Columbus, Ohio.

When they exposed the old brick & floors, they decided that white walls really accentuate these elements and some modern, mixed with vintage, furnishings really add personality.

They both appreciate the history of their home and are working hard to restore the original features. 

An industrial style table in a corner is used to display collected things on, under, and beside. 

Usually, you see this zebras and arrows wallpaper in bathrooms, but they chose to put it in their kitchen. I think it looks great here.

They have a stunning kitchen. Beautiful things on the open shelving make it pop, plus gorgeous marble surfaces and a fabulous stove.

Isn’t this unique? They used a coffee table w/cushions for a comfy low kitchen table.

I’ve seen these ombre stairs many times and never knew where they were from. They set the color scheme for the 2nd level.

Brown and turquoise are the colors for the 2nd floor.

A feature wall of turquoise paisley wallpaper in the master. Love the poufy overhead light.

They are so organized- and even use this small room as an extra closet space.

Beautiful antique desk and chairs blend with a very modern ottoman & light fixture in the home office. Gorgeous exposed brick is in this room, also.

A special gallery wall of family photos.

The shower features a lively patterned turquoise tile and a beautiful marble topped vintage cabinet with “old” brass faucets. 

https://www.desiretoinspire.net/2020/07/page/7/

[miniatureworlds]

New York Times: The Dollhouses of Instagram

'Instagram-inspired enthusiasts are making their interior-design dreams real — only 12 times smaller.

(Image: Trisha Krauss)

By Ronda Kaysen, March 13, 2020

'The kitchen that Jessica Coffee designed checked all the trendy boxes: white Shaker cabinets, a subway-tile backsplash, wide oak-plank floors and an open-concept floor plan, with views into the living room’s shiplap walls. The photographs she posted on her Instagram page evoked enthusiastic comments from followers, who gushed about high-end details like the water filler above the stove.

The only drawback? Ms. Coffee, 40, can’t actually serve a meal in her kitchen, at least not a real one, because the room, like the rest of the house, is built to a 1:12 scale — that 36-inch chef’s stove is actually three inches long. It’s in a dollhouse that sits in the real-life master bedroom of her home in Walla Walla, Wash., which looks nothing like her amazing tiny one.

“People are always like, ‘Ooh! I would like to see your real house.’ No you wouldn’t. I live in a house that is barely 1,000 square feet with three kids and a Great Dane,” said Ms. Coffee, who sells her miniature designs and posts online tutorials at Jessica Cloe Miniatures. “My dollhouse square footage is much better than my actual square footage.”

'Ms. Coffee is among a growing community of artisans who have turned the craft of dollhouse making into an exercise in aspirational home design on an itty-bitty scale, with their tiny rooms and furnishings displayed on well-curated Instagram accounts with glossy photographs and videos set to music reminiscent of “The Fixer Upper” on HGTV. Scroll too quickly, or miss the photograph with a human-scale hand surreally poking into the scene, and a viewer might confuse the image for a real-life one, the type of image that leaves you feeling equally amazed by and envious of the enormous kitchen island with a soapstone countertop.

These dollhouse makers and collectors say we’ve entered a miniature Renaissance. Call it a Mini-Aissance. “We’re living in it now,” said Kate Esme Ünver, who curates miniatures on her Instagram page Dailymini, and is the author of the 2019 book “The Book of Mini: Inside the Big World of Tiny Things.”

Social media has turned what was once a niche hobby into a decidedly trendy and increasingly profitable business, making it easier for artisans to find each other and potential customers online. The Instagram hashtag #dollhouse has 1.65 million posts and #miniature has almost 4.3 million, a mix of posts from people making miniatures and those sharing what they’ve found. Victorian-era lace and antique armoires are being scrapped for midcentury modern chairs, fiddle-leaf fig plants and sputnik chandeliers. House Beautiful took notice and commissioned 11 interior designers to reimagine a Victorian dollhouse in their own style, auctioning the decidedly contemporary finished products at the New York Design Center on Feb. 27.

In the past six months, searches on Etsy for 1:12 scale furniture were up 39 percent and searches for dollhouse rugs and miniature items were up 20 percent from the same period a year ago. A search on the site for dollhouses yields 237,000 results. “It’s certainly a trend that’s rising,” said Dayna Isom Johnson, an Etsy trend expert. The popular items — miniature succulents, bath salts, word art — point to an interest from the grown-ups, not their children. “Maybe there are very sophisticated 10-year-olds out there who want a midcentury sofa, but I assume these are adults who want to take this on as a new hobby.”

Chris Toledo, 34, who showcases his diminutive creations on the Instagram account I Build Small Things, has watched his business soar in the past two years thanks to social media. He now sells his dollhouses, designed in a nod to the 1920s architecture of Los Angeles, where he lives, for $150,000 to $200,000 apiece.

“Before, miniatures were only publicized through miniature magazines,” he said. “Social media put it in everybody’s face.” His homes feature intricately detailed rooms, like a kitchen with a subway-tile backsplash and a schoolhouse pendant light that would look real if it weren’t for the life-size head of garlic positioned in the middle of the room.

'While some artisans specialize in furnishings and décor, Mr. Toledo focuses on the architecture, selling complete dollhouses as well as individual rooms — like a bathroom in a shadow box — for as much as $20,000. He designs the rooms by hand, milling moldings and using miniature tools, like a table saw the size of a shoe box, for carpentry work.

The advent of 3-D printers has opened the door for people without such advanced woodworking skills, too — to the disappointment of traditional dollhouse makers, who view such technology as taboo. Ms. Coffee of Walla Walla, for example, uses a 3-D printer to make smaller objects, like decorative pumpkins, which she sells for $5. She makes other items, such as throw pillows, using everyday materials and tools like glue, fabric, tweezers and quilt batting.

A year into her craft, Ms. Coffee now sells enough printable herringbone floors and cowhide rugs on her website to turn a profit, although still not enough to give up her day job as a graphic designer. She also uses the dollhouses to work out design challenges in the real-life houses that she and her husband renovate and flip. If she’s not sure about a floor color or a pattern for a rug, she can try it out on a tiny scale for a few dollars. Her actual home has the same rustic wide-plank flooring as her dollhouses.

While miniatures have long had their enthusiasts, this new generation of dollhouse makers is turning to idealized contemporary homes at a time when the real-life version is increasingly out of reach for many Americans. High real estate prices and stagnating wages make it difficult for many homeowners to consider a $100,000 kitchen with a farmhouse sink and a Wolf stove. But you could have a very little one — or three of them, and fill them with teensy espresso makers, cheese boards and bottles of Dom Pérignon. Like the idea of a barn door, but don’t actually have a place to install one? Tuck it into the dollhouse attic, and if it grows tiresome, refurnish the entire room with rattan chairs, a shag rug and a soft pink palette.

'Kwandaa Roberts, an OB-GYN in Philadelphia, says she has found a following on her Instagram account, Tiny House Calls, among millennial women who pine for a prettier house. “They don’t have any money and a lot of them can’t afford to buy houses and they’re living at home with their parents or in a tiny apartment with roommates and they can’t do design and all the things that they want to do,” she said. “But like me, they can get a lot of their creative energy out on a dollhouse.”

Dr. Roberts, 47, a single mother of two, started her hobby two years ago when she bought a dollhouse at Target. She intended to give it to her daughter, now 5, but instead found that it filled a creative longing she had to be an interior designer. She painted it, added wallpaper, and details like a brass soaking tub and a kitchen with a waterfall countertop. She made furniture by hand with supplies she bought at Michaels. “I’ve always loved interior design, had a huge passion for it, and may have gone into it as a career had I known that was a thing,” she said. But when she was growing up, “there was no HGTV. Home Depot sold lumber; it was not what it is today.”

In her tiny houses, Dr. Roberts has found an outlet, and an opportunity to reveal her projects on videos and photos she shares with her 47,000 followers. “I don’t have to redo my house,” she said. Instead, “I can have 10,000 kitchens and they will be fantastic.”...'

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The Ranch in Orlando, Florida

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The Ranch in Orlando

Aug 31, 2020

The Ranch in Florida

Architects: VSHD Design

Location: Orlando, Florida, USA

Tuscan Transformation: Dubai-based VSHD Design expands its international portfolio with the completion of their first U.S. residential project – The Ranch

VSHD Design, a Dubai-based interior architecture firm specializing in residential and commercial projects, is proud to unveil a luxurious residential design within the Four Seasons Orlando Resort in Florida. With 22,000 sq. ft. this project marks the first residential undertaking of the firm in the United States.

“From the onset, we realized that we were facing numerous challenges with this project,” notes Rania Hamed, interior architect and founder of VSHD Design. “In addition to strict regional building and environmental codes, there were requirements imposed by Four Seasons Resorts to ensure that the residence blended stylistically with its neighboring properties.”

A modern Tuscan approach In approaching the external Tuscan theme exhibited by homes within the exclusive development, the challenge was to maintain some existing structural elements, while delivering on the client’s vision of a modern home that would be luxurious, yet warm, comfortable, and ideal for entertaining guests. The client envisioned a sort of boutique-style hotel environment that would provide family and friends with privacy and luxurious amenities, even in the absence of its owners. To achieve that challenging balance, Hamed embarked on a mission to modernize the external Tuscan façade, while infusing contemporary luxury into the home’s interior to align with the client’s vision.

While Tuscan architecture in its purest form embraces natural, rustic elements, VSHD Design avoided abundant use of materials such as brick and wrought iron in lieu of a modern interpretation. Gray brick overhangs positioned above the external façade’s windows and passages pay homage to Tuscan influences. Black frames of expansive French windows, certified to hurricane standards, provide contemporary contrasts to the façade’s white walls, culminating in a modern Mediterranean style that adheres to the Four Seasons aesthetic requirements.

To complement the structural design, VSHD Design developed all of the home’s outdoor spaces, beginning with its swimming pool. European limestone tiles, stylistic planters, and luxurious sunbeds from the Italian design house, Gervasoni, provide the exterior spaces with an authentic Mediterranean look and feel.

Seamless transitions While the exterior exudes modern interpretations of mandated styles and standards, VSHD Design approached the interior of the house as somewhat of a blank canvas. Working with a timber structure, as opposed to concrete columns and beams, was a new experience, however, Hamed found inspiration in the challenge.

“I saw beauty in some of the original structural elements and I wanted to maintain as many of them as possible,” she explains. “I decided to leave some of the exposed beams intact, as opposed to hiding them behind a layer of gypsum.”

Exposed wooden beams reflecting the original structure’s integrity were maintained, with layers of dark stain and black metal trim added to provide a more industrial feel. Hamed also focused on ensuring seamless continuity between the home’s interior and exterior spaces. Upon entering the house, Carrara marble flooring carries the influences inward, where Tuscan-style arches define the separation of the home’s interior spaces, reinforced by clean, modern, and slightly protruding architraves. The architraves, composed of black matte stained oak, contrast with the interior’s white walls and light gray marble flooring, providing the home’s public areas with a very contemporary look and feel. In living spaces designed for more intimate experiences, Carrara marble flooring gives way to hardwood floors.

“Marble can have a bit of a cold feel to it, particularly when framed by white ceilings and walls,” explains Hamed. “We created a transition to hardwood floors to provide certain spaces, like the living room and the study, with a much warmer ambiance.”

Boutique-style accommodations The main floor houses the master bedroom, highlighted by a luxurious contemporary décor and direct access to the adjacent pool area and outdoor shower, designed as part of VSHD’s vision of an indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The master bedroom’s spa-inspired adjoining spaces include a freestanding bathtub as the centerpiece of a spacious bathroom that also features an individual toilet and shower cubicles. The bathtub is flanked by a wall of floor-to-ceiling French windows on one side and dual washbasins with custom-designed mirrors on the other. Completing the spa-like theme, a small spiral staircase leads to an upper-level gym area featuring a steam room and waterjet shower.

The spa-like feel and amenities extend to the home’s 6 upper-level guest suites, half of which offer private external access for guest stays while the owners are away. Each self-sufficient guest suite features a unique decorative style and is equipped with a mini kitchen, a small pantry, and a spa-inspired bathroom.

“The client’s brief focused on a concept where each room should have a completely different, yet thoroughly modern theme,” explains Hamed. “We incorporated Chinese, Spanish, and multiple other influences in order to provide each suite with its own distinct character and mood.”

The client’s vision of a boutique-style hotel extends to the home’s main dining room, inspired by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass. A ‘modern-retro’ black and white console from Italy contrasts against a wall panel of gold leaf wallpaper, bordered by marble. The panel’s adjacent walls are characterized by ribbed white paneling with a stained wood base, while a cloud lighting fixture from New York’s Apparatus Studio provides adds a celestial touch to the room.

Pièce de résistance In order to tie the interior spaces together, VSHD Design embarked on an ambitious plan to develop a new patio space at the center of the house to create stimulating visual links between multiple areas of the house. To separate the pool area from the patio, and to connect the master bedroom to the living spaces, the design team built an enclosed lanai with four expansive French windows on each side, which infuse the passage with natural light. The abundantly lit corridor is lined with wicker chairs, creating a fabulous reading room with the feel of an open space courtesy of pool views to the left, and patio views and greenery to the right. At the end of the passageway, a staircase to the left ascends to the second level of the home alongside floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the patio and offer views of the lanai and other external spaces.

“By blending traditional elements with a modern contemporary mix, we succeeded in achieving a contrast that works well,” notes Rania Hamed. “We didn’t want that contrast to be too soft, so the use of black and white, with Carrera marble flooring, provides the home with a strong modern-vintage look.”

The Ranch, Orlando, FL – Building Information

Architects: VSHD Design Location: Orlando, FL, USA Area: 2200 sqm Lead Designer: Rania M Hamed

About VSHD Design Founded in Dubai in 2007 by interior architect, Rania Hamed, VSHD Design is a multiple award-winning interior architecture firm renowned for the style, functionality, quality, and attention to detail of its projects in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Cairo, London, Amman, and Florida. The firm combines extraordinary talent and global experiences to create exceptional spaces that are as “cutting edge” or “timeless” as each client’s vision.

VSHD’s mission is to develop architectural and interior design experiences that are distinctive, compelling, and of superb quality. Infusing modesty and elegance into the transformation and repurposing of spaces, the firm has garnered international recognition for the beauty and subtle luxury of its projects.

Photographer: Koen Van Damme

The Ranch in Orlando images / information received 310820

Location: Orlando, Florida, USA

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Grove at Grand BayBuildings, Miami Beach Design: BIG architects image from architects firm This sold-out development mark Bjarke Ingels’ first completed condominium design in the USA. The pair of twisting 20-story glass towers is helping to lead the rejuvenation of Coconut Grove’s business district.

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Lazard Avenue is a project designed by Newsam Construction + Catlin Stothers Design and is located in Mont-Royal, Québec, Canada. Photography by Drew Hadley.

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The option to downsize was not an option for the empty nesters who have resided in this home for over twenty-five years. Situated in a prestigious neighbourhood in Montreal, the sprawling residence has been the venue for many social events, dinner parties and family gatherings. With grandchildren on the way, the homeowners elected to embark on a renovation that included several rooms in the home. The objective was to inject a modern aesthetic into a new kitchen, library, master bedroom and en suite, while respecting the classic architectural details throughout the rest of the home.

The kitchen had been relocated to the garage in a previous renovation, which presented several design challenges. Low concrete ceilings, ventilation ducts and cinderblock walls required diligence in achieving a plan that would create the illusion of height and light. Sombre cabinetry from the previous kitchen gave way to a brighter palette of white and bleached butternut. White surface-mounted monopoints add architectural interest and juxtapose a sculptural suspension with an industrial influence, over the dining table. Concealed LED strips add ambient lighting for evenings.

Creating a highly efficient space for cooking and an atmosphere conducive to entertaining both large and intimate gatherings were the primary design criteria for the kitchen. The floor to ceiling matte white cabinetry conceal appliances and an abundance of storage, while providing contrast to the warm hues of the blonde wood. Handle free cabinetry maintains a minimal design while an integrated ash butcher block in the island allows two people to simultaneously prep meals.

Floating wood picture rails create a mini-gallery that enable the homeowners, avid art collectors, to easily display and interchange different pieces of art at various times.

Walls were relocated on the second-floor plan and reconfigured to include a library, spacious closets, and a luxurious en suite of dramatic proportions. The custom teak library leading into the master bedroom, stores a prolific collection of drawings and art books. To eliminate the feeling of separate rooms, all door openings were raised to full height and maximum widths.

The minimal design of the master bedroom marries old and new, and is anchored by white oak engineered floors. A shortage of closet space had previously forced the homeowners to use other bedroom closets for storage. Reclaiming a third of the library, created a spacious walk-in closet for her, and a generous wall of closets for him in the master bedroom.

Large white oak panels dominate the bedroom and wrap around the partition wall into the master en suite. Consistent materials create a visual flow and unify the two rooms as a single volume. The en suite is easily accessed from two entries, with full-height pocket doors providing privacy as needed.

Spacious yet intimate, the master en suite features materials selected for their respective organic compositions, which enhance an inviting atmosphere. Oversized porcelain tiles maintain classic characteristics in a modern format. The veining of each tile was scrutinized in advance of the installation to ensure both a sense of movement and a seamless flow between the walls and floors. Radiant floors transition seamlessly into the European shower and towards a concealed linear drain.

Data Sheet: Official name of the project: L A Z A R D Location: Mont-Royal, Québec, Canada Budget: $250,000+ Project end date: May 1, 2016 Principal Designer: Catlin Stothers, Catlin Stothers Design Designer: Talia Kirschner, Catlin Stothers Design Contractor: Newsam Construction Project Managers: Paul Schapira & Fida Khouri

Collaborators: Photo credits/Photographer: Drew Hadley Millwork: KB Signature Electrician: Joe Mucci, Falcon Electric Plumber: Robert Saracino, Saracino plumbing Quartz/Bathroom Ceramic: Ceragres Kitchen ceramic: Stone Tile Bathroom and Kitchen Fixtures: Batimat Appliances: Signature Bachand Lighting: Homier Luminaire, Bocci, Lambert & Fils

Lazard Avenue by Newsam Construction + Catlin Stothers Design Lazard Avenue is a project designed by Newsam Construction + Catlin Stothers Design and is located in Mont-Royal, Québec, Canada.

[dawnjeman]

Beautiful Homes of Instagram: Rental Home

  Hello, my wonderful friends! It’s really great to start this week with a new Beautiful Homes of Instagram and I know this one will inspire many readers.

Dani Ferretti of @GoldCoastCanvas is talented, brave and she is here to show us that we can make of our home a “home-sweet-home” wherever we are, regardless if it’s our forever home or a rental.

Please, make sure to follow her on Instagram (it will make her day!) and take notes on how she decorated her beautiful rental home!

  Hey friends, Dani of @goldcoastcanvas here! I’m so humbled that Luciane reached out to me and it is truly an honor to be featured among such incredibly talented designers here on HomeBunch. I never would have imagined that our once plain-jane rental home would someday be worthy of this. I am feeling excited and grateful (and maybe a little bit like the new girl at the lunch table!).

My boyfriend Brad and I both grew up in South Florida and we are true barefoot, ocean-loving Florida kids at heart. We’ve both bounced around the country (and the globe) quite a bit since leaving home. We most recently moved to Austin, Texas where we’ll stay until it’s time to make the permanent move back home to Florida.

As you can imagine, being away from family and the ocean takes some adjusting to. This is why it was so important that our home in Austin, no matter how temporary, still have space for guests and still reflect that breezy lifestyle we love most. We chose a modern, new-construction home in South Austin not far from downtown. It was the perfect jumping off point for the activities we love most: hiking the greenbelt with our chocolate lab Soko, hitting up our favorite taco truck, or catching some waves at the surf park (yes, you can surf in the middle of Texas!)

I have always loved coastal decor, but it took me years to hone in on my true design aesthetic. Once I started focusing on how I wanted our home to feel rather than how I wanted it to look, everything clicked into place. For this house, I really wanted to create a home that felt like a sanctuary and that was easy to live in – where spaces felt organic and nothing was too precious. I think that is what makes coastal homes so appealing to me. They are meant for the happy messes of sandy feet and salty hair.

  Beautiful Homes of Instagram: Rental Home

This is the talented homeowner, Dani, with her adorable dog. I am so proud of how she made of this rental a real home.

Home Location: Austin, Texas

Home Specs: Modern, 3 bed / 2.5 bath, 2000sqft

Entryway

I have always loved coastal decor, but it took me years to hone in on my true design aesthetic. Once I started focusing on how I wanted our home to feel rather than how I wanted it to look, everything clicked into place.

Front Door: Custom ETO Doors 5-Lite Quinque door – similar here & here.

Chandelier: Existent – similar here, here, here & here.

Rug: World Market – similar here.

Flooring

Flooring: 5” Hickory Celebration in Honey Spice by Shaw Flooring.

Wall & Trim Color: Custom formula by Sherwin Williams.

Console Table

For this house, I really wanted to create a home that felt like a sanctuary and that was easy to live in – where spaces felt organic and nothing was too precious. I think that is what makes coastal homes so appealing to me. They are meant for the happy messes of sandy feet and salty hair.

Console Table: Here in Distressed Grey – similar here & here.

Faux Stems: Pottery Barn.

Vase: Target (no longer available) –  Others: here & here.

Similar Baskets: here, here & here.

Living Room

I continued the neutral palette into the living room so as not to overwhelm the open space. I grounded it with an amazing collection of pillows from my favorite shops and an earthy, warm coffee table that everyone can gather around. We are just weeks away from getting a brand new custom sofa. I wish it had come in time for pictures but I’ll definitely be sharing it on my feed when it does arrive – so stay tuned!

Beautiful Sectionals: here, here (on sale), here & here.

Tree

Tree: Arbequina Olive Tree – similar here (faux).

Tree Basket: World Market.

Large Basket: here – similar.

Art Print: Deb Presutto.

Pillows

Block Print Pillow: McGee & Co.

Denim Stripe Pillow: one-of-a-kind – Others: here, here & here – similar.

White Pillow: here – similar.

Marble Tray: Terrain.

Coffee Table

Coffee Table: Eclectic Goods – similar here, here & here.

Kitchen

The thing that sold me most on this house was the kitchen. As serial renters, we were used to dealing with suboptimal cooking spaces (our kitchen in our San Francisco apartment had about two feet of counter space!) This one felt like a long-awaited luxury to us. I softened the modern finishes with more organic selections like the vintage-inspired rug, aged cutting boards and handmade ceramic dishware.

Wall Color: Dolphin Fin by Behr.

Kitchen Island Dimensions

Island Dimensions: 42” x 94”.

Faucet: Moen.

Kitchen Rug: McGee & Co – Other Beautiful Runners: here, here, here, here, here & here.

Wall Paint Color

Wall paint color is Dolphin Fin by Behr.

Kitchen Cabinet

Cabinets are 42” Armstrong Sienna Cabinets in Alpine White.

Kitchen Hardware

Hardware: Amerock Bar Pulls in Sterling Nickel.

Vintage Painting: McGee & Co.

Fruit Basket: Shoppe Amber Interiors – similar here.

Countertop & Backplash

Counters are Black Pearl granite.

Similar Cutting Boards: here.

Crock: West Elm.

Bud Vase: McGee & Co.

Backsplash: 8.5” x 2” subway tile – similar here – Other Beautiful Tiles: here, here, here & here.

Kitchen Lighting

Light pendants are the 16” Waikiki from MyBaliLiving – similar here & here.

Beautiful Counterstools: here, here, here, here & here.

Dining Area

Our dining room is small but I knew we needed a sizable table for big dinner gatherings. To make it work, I opted for benches that could be pushed under the table when not in use. I love how it created a cozy little nook on the wall side. The photos above the table are actually sketches of the different homes we’ve made memories in: Brad’s apartment in Sydney, the St. Louis bungalow my father grew up in and the 120 year old Victorian we lived in in San Francisco.

Wall Color: Dolphin Fin by Behr.

Table: Pier 1.

Chairs (beige): Overstock.

Wide Mat Frames (gray): Pottery Barn.

Vase: Areo Home Clay Water Pots – also available here.

Laundry Room

A small hallway leads to a laundry room and powder room.

Laundry Basket: No longer available – Other Options: here, here, here, here & here.

Brass Frame: World Market.

Basket Tray: Kouboo.

Rug: Loloi.

Powder Room

Dani did such a great job with the decor!

Gallery Frame: West Elm.

Pedestal Sink: here – similar.

Bud Vase: McGee & Co.

Faucet: Moen.

Home Office

Upstairs, we have an open loft area that looks out over our living room. I work from home full-time and knew immediately that this would make a great office because it’s a defined space that still feels open to the rest of the house.

Rug

DIY

I wanted to do something unique with the alcove so we opted for some large, diy floating shelves and a gallery wall featuring some of our favorite pieces.

Desk: World Market – Also seen on these “Beautiful Homes of Instagram”: here & here.

Colors & Textures

While I stuck with earthy neutrals, I used this space as an opportunity to be a little more playful with color and pattern.

Desk Chair: Joss & Main.

Pillow: McGee & Co.

Brass Planter: World Market.

Kumquat Print: Nancy Noreth.

Loft

The oversize armchair on the opposite side of the room is a great place for reading (or napping!)

Chair

Chair is from Ashley Furniture – similar chair with ottoman.

Side Table: West Elm.

Lamp: World Market.

Button Pillow: West Elm – similar here.

Wide Mat Gallery Frame over armchair: Pottery Barn.

Guest Bedroom

Down the hall is our guest bedroom. I reupholstered an existing bed to give it a clean linen look like the one in our own room. This room really challenged me to flex my creative muscles and I love the unexpected combination of old and new. The aged metals, rugged handmade nightstands and modern decor accents all come together to create a space that I hope any guest can appreciate.

Sconces: Visual Comfort – Others: here, here, here & here.

Bedding

Bed Blanket in Cool: Coyuchi.

Quilt: here & here – similar

Pillows

Blue Throw Pillows: McGee & Co.

White Pillow: here & here – similar.

Rug

Rug is from McGee & Co.

Paint Color

Walls: Dolphin Fin by Behr.

Curtains: Pottery Barn.

Desk

Desk is from Joss & Main.

Mirror: here – similar.

Chair

Chair: McGee & Co.

Desk Lamp: Wayfair.

Vase: Areo Home Clay Water Pots – also available here.

Clock: McGee & Co.

Panoramic Painting (in closet): McGee & Co.

Guest Bathroom

I extended this same theme of old and new into the guest bathroom.

Rug: Loloi.

Wall Paint Color

Hardware: Amerock Bar Pulls in Sterling Nickel.

Prints by Marcelle Calder.

Counters: Cultured marble.

Faucets: Moen.

Master Bedroom

I took my time designing our master bedroom and it is my absolute favorite room in the house. I wanted to keep this room clean and simple, while still giving it enough layers to feel cozy. I stuck with two main colors – a blue/grey and cream – and brought things to life with lots of different textures. From the driftwood nightstands to the chunky cotton quilt to the faded rug, everything in this room is meant to feel a bit organic and weathered, yet still refined.

Paint Color & Bedding

Wall Color: Silver Drop by Behr.

Sunset Painting: McGee & Co.

Quilt: West Elm (I highly recommend bedding by West Elm).

Striped Bed Blanket in Gray: Evangeline Linens Pinstripe Blanket 100% Cotton – similar here & here.

Blue Throw Pillows: McGee & Co.

Bed & Rug

Bed: Skyline Furniture – also here (without nailhead).

Beautiful Throws: here, here, here, here, here & here.

Rug: Surya.

Nightstand

Nightstands are from Pottery Barn.

Nightstand Decor

Basket Tray (with books): here.

Vase: West Elm.

Table Lamps: Pottery Barn.

Master Bathroom

In our master bathroom, the contrast of the dark tiling and the white finishes adds a touch of drama. I kept decor simple with some minimalist palm prints and a faded vintage-inspired runner.

Rug: No longer available – similar here.

Cabinetry

Cabinets: Armstrong Sienna Cabinets in Alpine White.

Tile: 16 x 24 – existing – similar here, here & here.

Towels: Parachute Home.

Beautiful Hampers: here, here, here & here.

Countertop

Counters: Cultured Marble.

Vase: McGee & Co.

Hand towels: McGee & Co – similar here.

Hardware: Amerock Bar Pulls in Sterling Nickel.

Faucets: Moen.

Backyard

Having usable outdoor space was really important to us. However, when we moved in, our backyard was just a plain patch of grass. Since we’re renting, we worked with our landlord to come up with an affordable solution. With my dad’s help, we built this raised gravel patio ourselves!

Bistro Set: Ikea.

Outdoor Furniture

Outdoor Sectional: No longer available – Others: here, here, here, here, here, here & here.

Umbrella: here – similar.

Stool / Side Table: Safavieh.

Home-Sweet-Home

The new raised gravel patio ended up being a hit in the neighborhood and inevitably, all of our gatherings end up out here. I’m so glad we went for it! It serves as a reminder that no matter where you’re living at the moment, it’s always worth a little investment to make it feel like home. You don’t have to wait for your dream house!

  Many thanks to Dani for sharing all of the details above.

Make sure to follow her on Instagram to see more of her beautiful home!

Blog: Gold Coast Canvas.

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6765 County Line Lane, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 | Home for Sale

Ultimate privacy and retreat in an exquisite two-story property

Nestled in the greenery-filled County Line Lane is one of the most stunning homes in Burr Ridge, IL!

Boasting an impressive 4593 square feet of living space, 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms, this is a home you will love to call your own. Every part of this elegant home is meticulously designed, from the lovely brick front patio that blends well with the lush foliage outside to the state-of-the-art inground pool at the back.

Well-maintained, this home will ensure you will have a wonderfully comfortable living experience.

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Fenced yet inviting, this sophisticated colonial home will welcome you to a gorgeous brick patio. If you love to spend your mornings looking at scenic views, you can simply set up a sitting area centered around the beautiful tree.

The white front door already hints at the home’s simplicity and serenity. A few steps will lead to a sophisticated foyer, which features a pendant chandelier, curved staircase, and decorative wallpaper, all adding to the depth and style of this luxurious home’s main level.

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Bright and airy, the carpeted living room effortlessly exudes a cozy vibe. Large windows bring in natural light, perfectly combining with recessed lighting to highlight the charming interior.

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You will quickly be drawn to the classy chandelier as you move into the dining room. Whether it’s casual family dinners or special celebrations, this spacious area is a great place for entertaining. This dining room is open to the living room and the kitchen, making its location highly convenient. 

Embellished with gold and white, the cabinetry and furniture alluringly contrast with the attractive ceramic tiles in the kitchen of this Burr Ridge IL home. It also features an eat-in area opposite large windows where you can relaxingly bask in the sunlight while enjoying a delicious breakfast.

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Winter days are best enjoyed in this cozy family room

The modern-looking black-bricked fireplace of this family room will make your cold days warmer. It’s an awesome spot when you simply want to chill at home with a hot beverage in hand. White cabinetry, carpeted flooring, and aesthetic ceilings all contribute to the room’s snug ambiance.

Also found on the main level is a neat half bathroom with sink and artistic wall lighting placed on either side of the hexagonal mirror.

The walkout basement of this Burr Ridge IL home is made unique and chic. Basements are typically unfinished and unstyled, but this basement is extraordinary because every part of it is transformed into an additional living space.

Matching the matte wood texture of the walls, the mini bar on the corner features black accents and layered wooden ceilings- a fantastic spot for showcasing your collection of drinks.

The basement hall is decorous, showcasing an attractive blend of wooden brown and white colors.

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The basement also has a customizable den which you can turn into a home office or playroom.

Ample-spaced and well-lit, the rest of the basement space can also be turned into a recreation room, gym, or whatever you like.

The basement bathroom has everything you need for pampering. It features a sink, mirror, and an enclosed shower, perfect for washing up after spending hours at your own basement gym.

Climb up the foyer, and you will be ushered into four carpeted and comfy bedrooms. Light-colored wallpapers continue from the main level, pleasantly contrasting with the dark wood color of the doors. Natural light also fills the halls, adding to the upper level’s relaxing ambiance.

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Peace of mind and restful evenings are what the master bedroom offers, with fresh air and beautiful views through the large windows. It also features a ceiling fan, ample closet space, and plenty of room for additional furniture.

Shed off all the tiredness of an eventful day in the master bathroom of this Burr Ridge IL home. Featuring a tub, vanity, and beautiful wall-mounted lighting, you will surely enjoy bathing in style.

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Found on the same level are three more bedrooms that all provide the best of comfort and privacy. Each has ceiling fans and windows that provide easy access to the picturesque view outside.

The second bedroom also has an en suite bath complete with a shower, tub, sink, and cabinetry.

There is a spacious Jack and Jill bathroom between bedrooms 3 and 4. It features plenty of cabinetry and aesthetic pendant lighting. 

Every part of the spacious backyard is an outdoor haven!

The right part of the backyard will make you appreciate nature even more. You can either swim all your stresses away in the inground pool or simply climb up the deck and bathe in nature’s beauty.

The left part of the yard can be landscaped so young loved ones have more space to run around, or you can also build your very own garden! You can also construct a modern backyard patio- great for hosting afternoon barbecue parties with a group of friends.

Additional features of the home include an in-unit laundry closet and an attached garage.

Primely located, this rare Burr Ridge IL property is conveniently near parks, restaurants, coffee shops, and top-rated schools like Elm Elementary School and Burr Ridge Middle School.

This fantastic home won’t last long on the market. Grab the chance to be its proud owner today!

Call me, Teresa Ryan, Managing Broker and Team Leader of Ryan Hill Group (Century 21 Affiliated), at 630-718-0424 to schedule your showing.

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Kitchen and Bath Remodeling

It is important that you look for kitchen remodeling ideas before you get started on a project. You will want to know that you are doing what is right in your home, and that your kitchen will turn out looking amazing. And in order for you to know both of those things, you are going to have to do your research and to get everything ready to go beforehand. You should look at all of the inspiration that you can find, and then you should put together a list of the features that you would like to see in your kitchen.

Consider the appliances that you would like to have put in. Are stainless steel appliances a must, or would you rather go with something different? What color counter tops would you like to see put in there? Are you someone who loves tile flooring, or would you rather go with something else? There are so many decisions for you to make for your kitchen, and every one of them is important. From the bigger choices to the smaller ones, such as what kinds of knobs you would like to have on your cabinets, you are going to need to know that you are making all of the right choices.Take a look at as many different kitchens as you can. Look online and put together a collection of photos that you find inspiration from. Do whatever it takes to gather some inspiration for yourself, and then get started figuring out what you really love. Another good thing for you to do beyond looking at photos of other kitchens is to talk with your friends and family members. See what they like most in their own kitchens, and what they wish that they had. By talking with others  like Signature Kitchen and Bath | Arizona's Premier Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Company , you will be able to make some good decisions for your kitchen.

A kitchen remodel is such a big deal, and you are going to want to go into this feeling fully prepared for all that you will be doing. You will want to know what you will be doing for everything that needs to take place, so that the kitchen can turn out looking just as good as you want it to. You will want to figure out all of the details before you have someone come in to work on things for you, so that everything can get done as quickly as possible. There are many advantages to figuring everything out ahead of time.

Wouldn't you be in kitchen and bath heaven if your family and visitors saw your newest home remodeling idea and offered a rather loud oohs and aahs shoutout? Of course you would. Well, its not beyond the reality of any homeowner if you put your mind to it and draw a wheelbarrow full of inspiration from locations and other cultures around the world. In this day and age, any homeowner is surely aware that the bathrooms and kitchen areas are the most visited places in any home. The kitchen is the hangout place and the bathroom needs no introduction to any person with a dab of common sense. Okay, now that you are in step with the fact that the case has been made about the kitchen being the so called "heart" of the home for more reasons than one, let's set aside the obvious suspects in the kitchen that most folks attack first when it comes to a kitchen remodeling. You know items like shelves, cupboards, knobs, colors, tile, flooring and so on. 

All that said what most people fail to consider in a remodel is the one place that, for the most part, gets no respect - the SINK! Ergo, that brings up another serious question which is: "what do you know or need to know about the kitchen sink?" Well, to begin with, the sink is where most people prepare foods, clean their hands, for sure scrub dishes and other "hard to clean" objects. Also, for some homeowners, your sink can be the one item that needs updating in any kitchen remodeling project. Especially if you haven't installed a new sink in your kitchen since George Bush was president, here is how you can really improve and refresh your kitchen and start getting some oohs and aahs.

Oh, another thing to keep in mind is when it comes to style, a traditional sink is still the most popular for a family. On the other hand, if the kids have left the scene leaving just the older adults, you might want to consider a more contemporary style sink. So, here is the good and not so good about new kitchen sinks:

* The top-mount sink is the easiest to install but cleaning can often be a challenge.

* The under-mount sink is great and cleans easily, but a pain to take out and replace.

* If you wash a lot of large dishes and pots the single-bowl works, but uses a lot of water.

* A double-bowl gets most of the applause (one bowl to wash and one for drying) but it takes more water, too.

* Don't forget your kitchen "butcher block." It not only adds charm to your kitchen but they are actually quite functional. Plus they clean easily just using a dab of water and soap. 

A Bathroom Remodel Takes The Center Stage!

The kitchen may be the spot where most friends and families congregate, but the bathroom is a necessity. Kids and dad may be able to survive with just one bath, but the lady or ladies of the house, prefer at the very minimum, two bathrooms. Two or more bathrooms are also an excellent sales pitch when selling your home. The usual suspects in most homes would be a small bathroom near a hallway that kids and visitors use, and the master bathroom is for the older adults. However, when planning a small bathroom remodel the question before the house of common sense is where to put everything that's needed; especially the sink and toilet. Most thoughts of homeowners is they have two options. A pedestal sink or a more European design where the sink and cabinet attaches to the wall. You won't have any trouble finding what you want because manufacturers design these sink and cabinet combinations especially for smaller bathrooms.

The pedestal sink can be attractive plus free up space. On the other hand these type of sinks eat up a lot of space and loose a lot of storage options. Of course, you could always shop around at some unique stores in town where you can buy some small baskets or build some clever shelves or cabinets in the bathroom to help eliminate the space conundrum. Another option and popular style for small bathrooms is adding a vanity. These days vanity cabinets are available in marble, granite and even custom wood designs that don't cost an arm and leg. One other place to find more space in a small bathroom is, of course, the bathroom wall; yikes - bet you never thought of that, huh!

Continuing on the subject of small bathrooms, in your remodeling process, would be the bathtub and door. Ergo, maybe it's time to dump the tub and simply make the shower area look like in arrived from outer space. Look, folks, the fact is most kids don't take baths and neither will any visitors. Unless it's in the master bathrooms, a small bathroom tub is a total waste of space. Let your contractor frame and tile the shower area (think: walls) and while the contractor is at it, have them build a shelf or small bench in the shower. Oh, don't forget some new lighting. A recessed light over the shower and a "three-bulb" light fixture to hang over your new vanity.

A Master Bath For 2015 And Beyond!

If you're a homeowner interested in the latest trends this section of kitchen & Bath remodeling will be right up your alley. The remedy of a master bath in your home will allow you to understand what the "top trends" are and by incorporating them into your own ideas, you can quickly increase your home's comfort, style and best of all, the value of your home. Speaking of value, several years ago a realtor in a major city wrote an article on why some home's never sell for months on end, while other homes are swept into the "sold" category in less than a month or two. The article targeted two things in your home: kitchen and bathrooms. It was said that in an "open house" the chances of a woman visiting the home was 95 percent; a man registered the remaining five percent. Also, if the home registers a plus from a street view, she will enter the home for a look. Guess where the first place she will investigate is located? Yep, the kitchen. The second place will be the bathroom(s). While making her quick inspection of those two places, if she likes what she sees, you have a sale working in your favor. If the bathrooms and kitchen area and appliances are dated from the 1950's, she will be gone in less than five minutes.

Most folks who own a home want modern designs in the bathrooms and kitchen areas if they can afford it. A cold or calculated master bath should not be on your agenda, but the remedy doesn't need to be expensive if you give it some thought. Renovated master baths are currently not only a hot item, they're in demand. And if your remodel approach is on the right path, a renovated master bath can provide one of the highest rates of return on investment. It has also been suggested that just a midrange remodel job recoups upwards of over 71 percent during a resale. One of the latest trends in a master bath is making it into a "spa-like" retreat with modern technology like allowing programmable water features and designing with organic textures like bamboo, cotton and marble. Yet, even after all these items that have been mentioned, one classic option is still trending: modern subway tiles. These tiles come in various colors like cobalt blue, slate gray and winter white. Caution: this type of master bath remodeling may have the users (msn or woman) tied up for hours; maybe longer if they bring a portable TV with them.

Surprise! Clever Decorative Lighting Really Helps!

Since the kitchen is many times a very busy place in a home, lighting in your remodeling chore can be crucial. But you should be careful in your lighting choices since some people use the kitchen to socialize with friends and loved ones, so you might want to consider both ambient and task lighting. For ambient lighting consider a chandelier. Simply hang it over the dining area or, if you have one, the kitchen island. Task lighting should be brighter, so using pendants and recessed lights over areas you use a lot like counter-tops, the sink and stove. With just a few additions and tips from a source you trust, you'll soon have that elegant kitchen you've been thinking of.

In the master bath nothing will open up a space like new lighting. It's true that most old homes left a lot to be desired when it comes to lighting. For those of you who can remember, most all old homes never had a built-in light in the shower. Yes, we know that when your Uncle Fred finds out you plan to shine a light over the shower space, he might be quick to tell you he never had one. Yet, shining a light over that space can actually add depth to the bathroom and give the illusion it looks larger. Whether it's the master bath or that small bathroom down the hall, when it comes to lighting, you should also consider the wall color and tile selection; especially in a small bathroom. Classic subway tiles or ones that are oriented horizontally will work particularly in the shower.

Finally, when considering a total kitchen and bath remodeling job it might be worth your while to plan to do your homework before starting your project. You should also take pictures of your bathroom(s) and kitchen just the way they look when you leave for your appointment. Here is a checklist of what to do first BEFORE talking with any contractor:

* Be realistic about your budget. Two years ago the average cost of a bath remodel was about $18,500; kitchens were priced higher.

* Go online and check websites as well as magazines for designs and ideas. If you live in a city with showrooms and large retail outlets spend some time looking and pricing.

* Talk with any neighbors, family members or friends who have recently completed a remodel on their bathrooms and/or kitchen. Also, inquire on what contractor they used and if their project was finished on time, delayed and how the contractor handled any requested changes you needed.

* Get at least three "written" estimates that clearly define your project and ask what materials will be used.

* Make sure the contractor is accessible when needed.

* This question is important! Make sure the contractor you choose has the appropriate licenses and is properly bonded and insured - and make them prove it. Bathroom remodeling work often requires electrical and plumbing work which are two of the most often regulated trades. You certainly don't want your home to burn down or flood because a worker didn't know what he was doing.

* Always get multiple bids then check or ask for references. 

Note: The following information is about as close as possible but should be considered. For most all bathroom remodeling jobs, you can expect to pay a little over 10 percent or more of the total project amount as a deposit. However, never pay more than one third of the total cost as a down payment, and never, ever pay the deposit in CASH! Use a check or credit card. You should also be aware that when dealing with bathroom remodeling, some contractors will frequently find "hidden" problems that need to be addressed before the contractor can move forward. If you have a family member or friend who knows anything about this particular problem, ask them to take a look to verify what the contractor is talking about. This could add an additional 10 percent to 20 percent to the project budget. Under these circumstances, there is not a whole lot you, the homeowner, can do about it since these headaches will surely pop up now and then - like it or not. 

In closing this kitchen and bathroom remodeling project article, any homeowner who has never experienced a project of this size should take into consideration what they can expect in terms of stress and having to move to a local motel along with family members and pets or moving in with mom and dad until the project is completed. The inconvenience time put on your family will certainly change any daily and evening routine everyone was used to; especially the bathrooms. You should also make plans for storing your own personal stuff and also know where the contractor will be storing his material. If you have a double garage, you can help the matter by parking cars on the street or at some neighbor's driveway and let the contractor use the garage facility for storage. If both the kitchen and bathrooms remodeling are started at the same time, you certainly won't be able to cook, use any bathroom facilities or sleep. So once you find out how long this imposition could possibly last, you can make plans in advance to east the strain and stress, and make things a bit more comfortable for all concerned. It might also be wise to know what the working hours of the construction crew are and if they will have a Portable Potty parked in the driveway. Most working crews begin in the early hours and end when the day is done.

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Customer Spotlight: Beautiful Transformations with Karst Galleria Products.

At Karst Galleria, we take pride in transforming spaces with our premium marble and granite products. In this customer spotlight, we showcase some of the stunning transformations achieved by our clients using our exquisite materials.

1. Elegant Kitchen Renovation

One of our recent projects involved a complete kitchen overhaul for a family looking to enhance both functionality and aesthetics. They chose a luxurious white marble with delicate gray veining for their countertops, paired with matching marble backsplash tiles. The result? A bright, sophisticated space that radiates elegance and charm. The homeowners were thrilled with how the marble elevated their cooking area, making it not just functional but a true centerpiece of their home.

2. Stylish Bathroom Retreat

A client sought to create a spa-like retreat in their master bathroom. They opted for dark granite with rich tones, complemented by sleek, modern fixtures. The standout feature was a stunning granite vanity that provided both durability and a touch of luxury. With our high-quality materials, the bathroom transformed into a serene oasis, offering a perfect escape after a long day.

3. Sophisticated Living Room Facelift

In a recent transformation, a client wanted to modernize their living room. They selected a beautiful honed marble for the fireplace surround, which added warmth and sophistication to the space. Paired with minimalist furniture and ambient lighting, the living room became an inviting area for family gatherings and entertaining guests. The elegant touch of marble made all the difference in creating a stylish atmosphere.

4. Dramatic Entryway Design

A homeowner desired to make a strong first impression with their entryway. They chose a striking black granite flooring that not only provided durability but also exuded luxury. Complemented by a statement chandelier and elegant decor, the entryway became a stunning focal point, welcoming guests with style and grace.

5. Commercial Space Upgrade

A local café decided to revamp its interior to attract more customers. They incorporated our vibrant, patterned granite countertops and stylish marble tabletops, creating a chic yet inviting atmosphere. The combination of colors and textures not only enhanced the café's aesthetic but also provided a durable and easy-to-maintain surface for busy service.

Why Choose Karst Galleria?

These transformations highlight the versatility and beauty of Karst Galleria marble and granite products. Our commitment to quality ensures that every piece not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your space but also stands the test of time. Whether you're renovating a home or upgrading a commercial space, our products are designed to elevate your interiors.

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Have you used Karst Galleria products in your space? We’d love to hear your story! Share your before-and-after photos with us, and let’s inspire others to create their dream interiors.

With Karst Galleria, your vision for a beautiful, luxurious space is just a stone's throw away. Contact us today to explore our exquisite range of marble and granite products!

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A Hamptons Beach House Renovation Gets a Full Pop Art Redo

Artist Katy Garry’s beach house renovation in Long Island includes a garage conversion for lounging

“After” photos by Lena Yaremenko for Sweeten

My Sweeten Story  | Sweeten homeowner Katy

A house flood sets off a new start

Sometimes you can spin a disaster into an opportunity. That’s what happened with Hildreth Place, our house in the Hamptons. We used a devastating flood as a prompt to create a happy, modern home where family and friends can meet. 

Hildreth Place has been in the Garry family for more than 40 years, and my husband and I have owned it for 10. The house is in Hampton Bays, New York, 50 yards from Meschutt Beach, where families gather to swim in the bay and live music plays every night at Tiki Joes. The house was originally built in 1970, in a traditional Cape style. We have long used it with family, shared it with friends, and also rented it.

Two years ago, a pipe froze and burst. After discovering eight feet of water in our basement, we decided to go down to the bones and renovate. Our goals were to make the home more efficient from both energy and maintenance standpoints, all while turning it into something beautiful that our family and friends can enjoy.

 A new chapter for a family home

Cara Boyce of Red Wagon Design partnered with me on the interior design and helped me reimagine the home. We planned to revise the façade, giving it the relaxed appearance of a modern farmhouse, and use the interior redesign to solve problems and increase our living space. With Sweeten’s help, we found the perfect contractor to help us with our Hampton Bays home renovation. He worked on time and within budget, keeping cost savings in mind and brainstorming solutions to construction challenges. The house had a few!

Hildreth Place has endured quite a bit, and we needed to prepare it for the future. The house has been standing 50 years, and is close to the beach and exposed to the elements, so our biggest investment was on exterior improvements. The materials needed to withstand the environment. We installed James Hardie clapboard on the exterior, invested in a fiberglass front door, and chose fiberglass casement windows rather than old-school wood. 

A garage bay turns into a lounge space 

One of the biggest interior changes we made in modernizing was on the home’s ground floor. The first floor was very traditional for a beach house, and the formal dining room, which was in the front of the house, wasn’t practical for entertaining.

By raising the roofline, we were able to add about 200 square feet upstairs, creating space for a center hallway.

We decided to create an open floor plan that connected the kitchen to a walk-through dining room and then to a new inside-outside room we carved out by stealing just under 300 square feet from the garage. This “garage room,” which opens to the back via an industrial-style roller door, lets the indoor space flow to the outdoors, and is an ideal casual gathering spot for coming off the beach.

On the second floor, there was another flow blockage to overcome: We had four bedrooms, including a big dormer for the kids, but the only way to access that bunk room was through one of the other bedrooms. It was an awkward layout for children trying to find the bathroom at night. By raising the roofline, we were able to add about 200 square feet upstairs, creating space for a center hallway. The resectioning also found us space for a master bathroom, a nice bonus.

 Personalizing with color and art

Seeing my murals and paintings transform the house has been incredible. The master bedroom got a bold, black-and-white brush-stroke mural. I love it! I have a moody painting tucked between the shelves in the master bath and oceany pieces in all the first-floor rooms. A guest room with a bright bamboo theme features a hand-painted ceiling by me and is inspired by colors that I’ve been gravitating to—the combination of orange, hot pink, and red makes me happy.

Down on the first floor in the powder room, we added wallpaper—this Dorothy Draper look was a dream of mine. The lush green print and chartreuse ceiling color is the kind of pairing that inspires me as an artist. Such a surprise when you open the door! I always recommend spending money on things that give the most bang for the buck. I told my husband that the splurgy wallpaper was more important than running water.

Many of the room designs in the house are inspired by my paintings, as I really wanted to bring their joy into our home. One of the best examples of that is the “goldfish bathroom,” which is bathed in a dappling of water-blue penny tile and features several playful fish paintings. 

Natural elements soften

Throughout the house, we also chose simple items to offset the highly visible ones.  We went with pre-painted cabinetry in the kitchen, and the same hardwood floors as in other rooms. The lights are modern loft pendants, clean in matte white.

I’m intimidated by the process of picking out kitchen appliances, so I let my mother-in-law—a holiday-entertaining superwoman—choose; she picked a single oven with the largest cubic heating space she could find. The living room fireplace mantel is made of a rustic, hewn-wood beam.

With Sweeten’s help, we renovated and built a home that has exceeded our expectations. Hildreth Place makes me so proud. We took a tragedy and turned it into a house that makes you feel like you are on vacation the moment you walk in.

Thank you for sharing your Hampton Bays beach house renovation with us, Katy! 

Materials Guide

EXTERIOR RESOURCES: Plank lap siding and vertical siding: James Hardie. Casement windows: Andersen Windows & Doors. Fiberglass entry door: Therma-Tru. Avante garage doors: Clopay.

LIVING ROOM RESOURCES: Paint in Decorators White: Benjamin Moore. Bona Traffic Four-inch wide oak flooring in Bona Traffic satin finish: Bona. Light fixture shade: Hand Painted by Katy Garry. 

KITCHEN RESOURCES: Cabinets and countertops: Central Kitchens. Cabinet hardware: Lowe’s. MDF shiplap backsplash: From general contractor. Pendant lighting: Mitzi Hudson Valley Lighting. Kohler sink/faucet: Green Art Plumbing. Refrigerator: Samsung. Dishwasher: Asko. Stove and oven: GE. Lighting fixture over island: Shades of Light. Lighting over sink: Rejuvenation. Paint in Decorators White: Benjamin Moore.

DINING ROOM RESOURCES: Paint on ceiling in Van Deusen: Benjamin Moore. Chandelier: Ballard Designs.

GARAGE ROOM RESOURCES: Garage doors: A Better Door Co Inc. Ceiling fan: Shades of Light. Custom resin bar: Painted by Katy Garry. Bar stools: Wayfair. 

POWDER ROOM RESOURCES: Wallpaper: Dorothy Draper. Paint on ceiling in Yellowcake: Farrow & Ball. Floor and shower tile: Marble America, New Rochelle NY. Kohler toilet, faucet, and shower hardware: Green Art Plumbing. Mirror: Ballard Designs. Sink vanity: Wayfair.

MASTER BEDROOM RESOURCES: Custom wall mural: Painted by Katy Garry. Paint on fireplace wall in Mopboard Black: Benjamin Moore. Sconces over mantle: Aerin Lauder. Light pendant over seating area: Vintage. 

BUNK ROOM RESOURCES: Stencil paint in Poppy Red: Benjamin Moore. Light fixture shade in custom fabric:  Red Wagon Designs.

BAMBOO BEDROOM RESOURCES: Paint in Decorators White: Benjamin Moore. Ceiling mural: Painted by Katy Garry. Light fixtures: Shades of Light.

MASTER BATHROOM: Bathroom floor tile: Cement Tile Shop. Shower wall and floor tile: Marble America, New Rochelle NY. Sink/vanity: Lowe’s. Kohler toilet, polished-chrome hardware, and shower fixtures: Green Art Plumbing. Light fixture over sink and large ceiling lights: Shades of Light. Shelving lights: CB2.

GOLDFISH BATHROOM: Paint in Blue Nova: Benjamin Moore. Kohler bathroom floor tile, bathtub, toilet, hardware, and shower fixtures: Green Art Plumbing. Sink/vanity: The Home Depot. Mirror/medicine cabinet: Robern. Vanity lighting: Triple Seven Home. Center ceiling light: West Elm.

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ADUs or accessory dwelling units can transform into home offices, living space for family or as a rental, or a retreat.

Sweeten handpicks the best general contractors to match each project’s location, budget, scope, and style. Follow the blog, Sweeten Stories, for renovation ideas and inspiration and when you’re ready to renovate, start your renovation with Sweeten.

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Beautiful Homes of Instagram: Painted Brick Exterior

  Hi, everyone! How are you today? I had such a wonderful weekend. I baked with my husband and even attempted to make some cheese… but don’t ask about that! LOL. Anyway, I am super happy and excited because the weather is finally changing and the sun is shinning. I am also so very happy because I adore Callie of ceshome6 and her style so much that this is the second time I have her on my “Beautiful Homes of Instagram” series. The first time, I shared her formal home (you can see it here) and it became one of my most-pinned posts! Today, I am proud to be sharing Callie’s new home and I am sure you will enjoy seeing and knowing all details as much as I did!

  “My husband and I were originally from a small town in North Texas near Oklahoma. We have known each other since kindergarten but didn’t start dating until our junior year of high school. After graduation we moved to the Dallas area for college and have stayed close ever since. We will have been married for 15 years this July and have 4 beautiful children; a 17 year old daughter, a 14 year old daughter, a 9 year old son, and a 5 year old daughter. I feel very blessed to be able to stay at home with them and take care of our family and home.

We had planned to build a home again but during our search I found this spec home and the moment I walked in I loved it. It was my style with the color selections and it was the perfect size for our family. Another bonus was that it was already complete and ready to move in. We went for it and two months later we moved into our new home.

My favorite part of the home is the long open kitchen, dining and living space in one and we spend the most time gathered in this area as a family. I’ve always loved to decorate my homes to really feel cozy and welcoming. I don’t have one specific design style but like to incorporate in different pieces I like. My home is a mix of modern, rustic, farmhouse and french country. I also try to be minimal in my decor because with having 4 kids I don’t want to have to worry so much about moving things all the time or things getting broken.”

I hope you enjoy our house tour!

  Beautiful Homes of Instagram: Painted Brick Exterior

What first caught my eye about this home was definitely the white exterior. There’s something about a white home! I was sold before I even walked in. The 2 porches in the front were also a huge selling point because we love to sit outside and watch the kids play. We have a huge open space in the front of our home that’s almost the size of a football field and perfect for football, baseball or soccer.

The exterior brick paint color is PPG Atrium White and shutters are PPG Black Forest.

Front Porch

We love that this home has 3 outdoor spaces including a front porch, a patio balcony and a side patio. 

Sunshine

A pair of outdoor chairs make this front porch feel even more inviting.

Beautiful Patio Sets: here, here, here, here, here & here.

Brick

The front porch also features brick flooring in a beautiful pattern.

Adirondack Rocking Chairs: here – similar.

Home-Sweet-Home

Callie’s home feel happy and welcoming from all angles!

“Home-Sweet-Home” Doormat: Target.

Kitchen

I absolutely love Callie’s kitchen. It’s open and spacious without feeling overwhelming.

White Kitchen with Character

The kitchen backsplash tile is Emser Tile 4×10 Metro Honed with an accent over the stove in Emser 12×12 Metro Mosaic.

Counterstools: Target – no longer available – similar here – Others: here, here, here & here.

Magnolia Wreath: here – similar.

Countertop

The kitchen countertops are Granite in Lennon.

Beautiful 3 Tiered Wooden Trays: here & here.

Kitchen Cabinet

The best part of the kitchen is the long buffet countertop that’s perfect for entertaining because we like to host parties.  This counter space runs almost 15 feet long so it holds all the food you could eat.

Cabinet Paint Color

The cabinet paint color is PPG Gypsum in semi-gloss.

Appliances: GE.

Dining Room

This entire space is perfect for entertaining.

Linen Chairs: RH – similar here & here.

Dining Room Furniture

Kitchen Table: Restoration Hardware – Other Beautiful Dining Tables: here, here, here & here.

X-back Dining Chairs: RH – similar here (huge sale!).

Vases: here – similar.

Fruit Spray Olive Branches: here.

Table Runner: here & here – similar.

Great Room

The floors in the main living areas are Red Oak hardwoods scraped lightly with the grain and stained ebony.

Beautiful Hardwood Flooring: here, here & here.

Splash of Color

I keep with a pretty neutral theme throughout the year and add in pops of color depending on the season using florals, pillows or artwork. For spring this year I’ve added in light pink, yellow, and teal.

A Little Friend

This is Jinger – pronounced Ginger… we had to change it to a “J” so she would have the same as the other kids!! I got her own couch for her to go in the living room because she’s been scratching up our leather couch with her nails and she loves it!! Target has the cutest doggie beds! I loved this buffalo plaid one and it goes so well with all my other decor!

Metal Cabinet: Universal Furniture Bannister Display Cabinet – similar here & here.

Chairs: Ashley HomeStore.

Side table: Target – similar here.

Furniture Layout

What an inspiring furniture layout! The large leather sectional is perfect for the entire family to relax and watch something at the end of the day.

Credenza: Bassett Furniture Emporium 92″ in Compass Northern Grey – Others: here, here, here & here.

Rug:  here (9×12)- Other Beautiful Rugs: here, here, here, here, here & here.

Wall & Trim Paint Color

The walls and ceilings throughout the home are painted PPG Whiskers in flat. The trim throughout is PPG Gypsum in semi-gloss.

Home Ideas

This home is a little unique because when you first walk in the front door you walk right into the living room, dining room and then the kitchen area. It’s one long space.

The leather sectional is Bassett Furniture Ellery L-shaped sectional in Stone – similar here, here, here & here.

Side table is from At Home – similar here.

Beautiful Coffee Tables: here, here, here, here & here.

Furniture & Decor

I like to shop for larger furniture pieces at Bassett Furniture, Nebraska Furniture Mart or Restoration Hardware. I’ve found that they all have great quality furniture. Most all of my small furniture and decor pieces come from Hobby Lobby, Kirkland’s, Homegoods or Target.

Decor: Console table – RH – similar here.

Throw: Target – Others: here & here.

Floral Pillow: here & here– similar

Blush Pink Pillow: here – similar.

Wood Scrabble Letter Tiles

My gallery wall is still one of my favorite things in the house!! The way this house is built this wall is hidden unless you go up the stairs! Sometimes I’ll go up there just to look at it!

The wood Scrabble letter tiles feature our names and birth dates.

Wood Scrabble Letters: here – similar.

Master Bedroom

The master bedroom is located in the back of the house.

Magnolia Inspiration

I decided I wanted a black a white theme when I saw a photo from Magnolia Home that had beautiful black wood arched frames behind the nightstands. I like to save money when possible so I found my own version from Kirkland’s (similar here) and spray painted them black to get the same look for over half the cost.

Bed & Bedding

The bed set is from the Magnolia Home line at Nebraska Furniture Mart. The bedding and lamps are from Target.

Decor

There’s a small corner in the room that was bare so I found this cute macrame wall hanging (similar here) and an olive plant at Homegoods. It’s very simple but I love it.

Faux Olive Plant: here.

Study

The study is in the front of the home off to the side when you come in the front door. I recently completed a makeover in my study by adding Weaber Lumber white washed wall boards from Home Depot to a focal wall and I love how the transformation turned out. It makes the room so bright and open. I also added greenery with these hanging macrame plant hangers from amazon. I decided to save some money by painting a few terra cotta pots from Hobby Lobby to match my decor and filled them with IKEA plants.

To really make the room pop I changed out the lighting to a beautiful wood bead chandelier from World Market. I found this desk at Restoration Hardware a few years ago and both the chair and rug are from Nebraska Furniture Mart.

Similar Desk: here – Others: here, here, here & here.

Similar Desk Chair: here.

John 10:10

Metal Sign: Vintage Metal Co.

  I hope you enjoyed the tour of my home! 

  Many thanks to Callie for sharing all of the details above.

Make sure to follow Callie on Instagram to see more of her beautiful home!

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Christina Anstead’s Worst Design Fails That’ll Make You Cringe

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You already know and love Christina Anstead from “Flip or Flop,” the HGTV hit that follows Anstead and her ex-husband, Tarek El Moussa, as they transform grungy, run-down houses into jaw-dropping neighborhood gems.

Now, Anstead is also hard at work helping homeowners create the home of their dreams on “Christina on the Coast.”

And while Anstead’s signature beachy, SoCal design aesthetic usually impresses homeowners and buyers, she does sometimes miss the mark. (Hey, she can’t be perfect all the time!) Don’t make the same mistakes Anstead has made—instead, take notes on these home design flops so you can learn what not to do with your own home.

A kitchen that’s all white

Christina Anstead’s all-white kitchen renovation

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It’s no secret that Anstead loves white kitchens—they’re clean, contemporary, and elegant. But sometimes she takes this white obsession a bit far. During one renovation, Anstead transformed a couple’s kitchen by adding white cabinets, a white farmhouse sink, a tan tile floor, and light-gray countertops.

The fix: Luckily, Anstead learned from her past mistakes while renovating another kitchen on “Christina on the Coast.” Though she selected white cabinets and countertops, she installed a bold, navy-blue backsplash throughout the kitchen, which adds just the right amount of color to what could have been a bland design.

Bathtubs rather than showers

Anstead’s shower-only bathroom renovation

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Even while renovating her own master suite with her new hubby, Anstead made sure to incorporate a bathtub into the bathroom’s design. But bathtubs aren’t always the answer, since they can make a bathroom look dated and cluttered.

The fix: In another renovation, Anstead ditched the existing bathtub-shower combo and replaced it with a stunning shower-only design. With floor-to-ceiling glass shower doors, the renovated bathroom looked large and inviting.

Too minimalist an aesthetic

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Anstead loves a modern, minimalist style with hard lines and industrial materials. She often chooses white or neutral paint colors, hangs very few paintings or photographs, and features just a few tastefully staged knickknacks. But that style doesn’t necessarily work for everyone, especially families who want their space to feel homey and personal.

The fix: In her own home, Anstead experimented with more bold statement pieces than ever before. She added huge, custom sayings to the walls, including lyrics from Elvis Presley‘s song “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” Her new home was anything but sterile; it was nice to see a more personal touch.

Too many cabinets

In addition to traditional upper cabinets, Anstead incorporated open shelves in this kitchen renovation.

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Like many of us, Anstead typically gravitates toward traditional upper kitchen cabinets—big, tall, and, perhaps most importantly, with doors. But in a small kitchen, huge, bulky upper cabinets can sometimes make the room look small and stuffy.

The fix: Anstead gave one couple the best of both worlds by installing open shelves on one wall and traditional upper kitchen cabinets on another. The open shelves created a light, airy vibe that was perfect for showing off the couple’s unique style.

Not enough storage

Anstead wisely incorporated a row of cabinets in the dining room for added storage during this renovation.

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Can a home really have too much storage? Probably not. Even so, Anstead sometimes skimps on storage. While renovating her friend’s master bedroom, Anstead removed an entire wall of closet organizers to make the room feel larger.

The fix: Anstead has learned to use every available nook and cranny to create extra storage space. In one episode, she added a row of lower cabinets and floating shelves to a spacious dining room for added storage.

Too much stone and metal

The rustic wooden mantel above the fireplace warms up this room.

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It’s no secret that Anstead loves crisp, clean design. She often uses industrial metal fixtures and stone countertops and backsplashes, including marble, granite, and quartz. But these stone and metal design elements can sometimes make a room feel cold and uninviting.

The fix: Anstead has started to incorporate wood tones into her renovations. She has used natural wood to help warm up a room by adding wooden barn doors, reclaimed wood accent walls, and wooden fireplace mantels.

Busy backsplashes

Anstead combined two very different tiles to create a funky backsplash in this kitchen renovation.

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In one “Christina on the Coast” kitchen remodel, Anstead decided to combine two separate tiles to create one unique backsplash. The reason? The homeowners just couldn’t decide on a single backsplash they both liked. But by trying to offer a compromise, Anstead created a busy and downright bizarre backsplash.

The fix: In other renovations, Anstead has kept the backsplash simple yet powerful. She has installed monochromatic tiles in an unexpected geometric pattern, or chosen tiles with a pretty pattern in neutral colors.

Going over budget

Anstead blew her budget by knocking out these load-bearing walls during a kitchen renovation.

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Boy oh boy does Anstead love to spend money—in fact, it’s practically one of her signature moves on “Christina on the Coast.” She loves to incorporate high-end finishes and expensive structural changes into her projects.

The fix: Anstead knew she needed to rein it in with one couple, whose budget was fixed at a mere $1,500. Somehow she managed to completely transform their master bedroom into a relaxing retreat with just a few simple changes. Big wow factor, small budget—she can do it, after all!

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According to Alessandra Wood, architecture historian and carnality admiral of appearance at online autogenous artist account Modsy, adventurous asphalt is a way to advance your individuality in your home. “We’re affective abroad from FOMO and added against the joy of missing out—and the home plays a big allotment in that,” says Wood. “Our homes are a apartment from the apple aback the apple is a alarming place. And now we’re active in a time aback that’s added accurate than we could accept anytime imagined.”

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Wood connects this moment to the mid-century and the Cold War-period aback bodies ogously advised the home as a abode of security. During those eras, abrupt blush combinations, such as minty blooming and atramentous or gray and yellow, were accepted beyond kitchens and bathrooms. Strong geometric motifs additionally emerged as a accepted appearance element.

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Houston Astros Pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. Selling $1.63M Houston Home

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While awaiting a potential start to the 2020 MLB season, Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. is making a move. The fireballing righty has listed his Houston home for $1,625,000.

The modern farmhouse-style residence was finished in 2017 by a local luxury homebuilder, Ashton Gray Development. According to the listing details, it was designed by the award-winning architecture firm Brickmoon Design.

It went on the market in January 2017 for $1.65 million, before selling to McCullers for an undisclosed price in August of that year.

Featuring abundant curb appeal, the home offers four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and 3,542 square feet of living space.

We were wowed by the home’s gorgeous wide-plank oak floors, which run throughout the home. The spacious family area features a gas fireplace and built-in shelving—ideal for displaying awards or family photos.

The impressive gourmet kitchen features a massive island, with plenty of cabinets for storage, and a quaint breakfast area.

Gourmet kitchen

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Living area

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Master bedroom

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Master bathroom

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Backyard

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The first floor also features a multipurpose room that could be used as a fifth bedroom or study, as well as a walk-in pantry and a mudroom.

On the upper level, you’ll find the spacious owner’s suite, which offers a custom-built closet, a large shower with black, white, and gray herringbone tile, as well as a vanity area with a “spa-like bath.” There are three additional bedrooms—all with en suite bathrooms and walk-in closets.

Upstairs is a bonus living spot for relaxing, which could also be used as a game or media room.

The backyard is extremely low maintenance, thanks to its artificial turf. Smart home features and security cameras have been installed to ensure privacy and safety.

Located in the center of the West University neighborhood, the home is within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants. Downtown Houston and Minute Maid Park are 6 miles away.

McCullers, 26, was selected in the first round of the 2012 MLB Draft by the Astros. Three years later, he made his first big league appearance.

In 2017, he made the All-Star team and helped lead the Astros to a World Series Championship. He missed the entire 2019 season, after undergoing Tommy John surgery on his elbow.

Susan McCauley with Bernstein Realty is representing McCullers with the sale.

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